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Group of Swifts and Yarn Winder
Lot 38

Group of Swifts and Yarn Winder

Estimate: $100 - $200
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$50
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Group of Swifts and Yarn Winder, 19th Century,
Comprising: An ebonized wood squirrel cage winder, a swift with a brass center column on an ebonized and marble base and a swift with cast iron base and brass arms.

Squirrel Cage Dimensions: H: 21 3/4 x W: 9 x D: 7.

Condition

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General wear commensurate with age and use. Squirrel cage is missing three bun feet and base is cracked in three places, each about 1" in length. Brass column swift is missing a bun foot and a finial.

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